Outer Banks grocery and convenience stores appear in the forms of open air markets, general stores, seafood shacks, supermarkets, chain stores, camping supply shops and wine stores. Duck into a convenient store directly off the road to pick up some drinks and snacks to enjoy on the beach while also checking out the awesome selection of Outer Banks t-shirts. Or if you’re looking for groceries to last the entire vacation, swing by a large store to stock up on necessities, like deli meats, freshly baked bread and cartons of ice cream. Some of the Outer Banks grocery and convenience stores have been serving the area for over a century and are beloved household names, while others are innovative establishments that work to bring funky foods and drinks to their patrons. Whatever your food and drink needs might be during your vacation, be sure to check out different Outer Banks grocery and convenience stores to make sure you’re not missing out on any food shopping fun.
Outer Banks Shopping by Area
Corolla | Duck & Southern Shores | Kitty Hawk, Kill Devil Hills & Nags Head
Roanoke Island & Manteo | Hatteras Island | Ocracoke Island
Outer Banks Shopping by Category
Outer Banks Grocery & Convenience Store
1341 Colington Road, Kill Devil Hills
At Billy’s Seafood they stock plenty of fresh, local seafood, so pick some up to prepare your own feast at home tonight. They’re a great stop for local soft-shell crabs in season, and they also have convenience items, seasonings, beer and wine. The fresh, homemade tuna salad they sell here is some of the best you'll find anywhere; buy more than you think you'll need.
At Billy’s Seafood they stock plenty of fresh, local seafood, so pick some up to prepare your own feast at home tonight. They’re a great stop for local soft...read more
At Billy’s Seafood they stock plenty of fresh, local seafood, so pick some up to...read more
Outer Banks Grocery & Convenience Store
40374 N.C. Highway 12, Avon
This drive-thru beverage store offers a huge variety of beer, wine (no hard liquor) and beverages, and you never have to leave your car – the cartender brings your order to you. You may also walk into the Breeze Thru General Store, which has everything you would expect from a convenience store but so much more, including lottery tickets, vaping supplies, an ATM, ice, propane, firewood, 5-gallon water jugs, wine, hats and, of course, the famous Breeze Thru T-Shirts. Breeze Thru also offers the only keg service on Hatteras Island (online order only). The store, which features Sunoco gas, is located at milepost 55 and is open seven days a week. You gotta do the Breeze Thru!
This drive-thru beverage store offers a huge variety of beer, wine (no hard liquor) and beverages, and you never have to leave your car – the cartender...read more
This drive-thru beverage store offers a huge variety of beer, wine (no hard liquor) and...read more
Outer Banks Grocery & Convenience Store
23781 N.C. Highway 12, Rodanthe
This gas station and convenience store offers groceries, snacks, drinks, RV and camping supplies, bait and tackle and an ATM. A true one-stop shop, it also carries t-shirts, souvenirs, hardware and firewood. The clerk and registration desk for North Beach Campground is here. Stop by to get local information from the friendly staff.
This gas station and convenience store offers groceries, snacks, drinks, RV and camping supplies, bait and tackle and an ATM. A true one-stop shop, it also...read more
This gas station and convenience store offers groceries, snacks, drinks, RV and camping supplies, bait and...read more
Outer Banks Grocery & Convenience Store
8901 S. Old Oregon Inlet Road, MP 18.5, Nags Head
Outer Banks Fishing Pier is a hub for fishing, dining, shopping and fun in South Nags Head. It's home base to the popular Fishheads Bar and Grill for drinks (including 32 beers on tap), casual meals and live music by the ocean, but there's much more to enjoy here. The retail shop in the pier house sells bait, fishing tackle and gear, snacks, candy, drinks and beach supplies and has a few video games for the kids, making it super-convenient for beachgoers in South Nags Head. It's also the place to pick up a favorite Outer Banks souvenir: Outer Banks Fishing Pier and Fishheads t-shirts, sweatshirts and hats. A popular fishing spot, the 600-foot pier is lighted for evening fishing and is open 24 hours a day in season. Affordable daily, weekly and annual passes are available, and no fishing license is required.
Outer Banks Fishing Pier is a hub for fishing, dining, shopping and fun in South Nags Head. It's home base to the popular Fishheads Bar and Grill for drinks...read more
Outer Banks Fishing Pier is a hub for fishing, dining, shopping and fun in South...read more
Outer Banks Grocery & Convenience Store
46948 N.C. Highway 12, Buxton
The closest tackle shop to the world-renowned surf-fishing at Cape Point (aka The Point), Red Drum Tackle Shop is also the oldest complete tackle shop at Cape Hatteras and an absolute legend on the Hatteras Island fishing scene. Open since 1974 and run by fishermen for fishermen, Red Drum is family-owned and operated by longtime local anglers Kara and Bobby Eakes, who are known for their recreational beach access advocacy. They offer bait, including fresh bait daily, and all the tackle, rods and reels you could need, including specialized tackle, rods and reels that were created based on the Eakes’ feedback to the tackle industry. You can also get custom rods, ice, camping supplies, expert local fishing advice from people who truly know these waters and service that is second to none. Check the real-time tide chart on the website before heading out. It’s open daily.
The closest tackle shop to the world-renowned surf-fishing at Cape Point (aka The Point), Red Drum Tackle Shop is also the oldest complete tackle shop at...read more
The closest tackle shop to the world-renowned surf-fishing at Cape Point (aka The Point), Red...read more
Outer Banks Grocery & Convenience Store
Askins Creek Store is located at the southern end of Avon and open year-round. This general store has a good selection of beach apparel and quality...read more
Outer Banks Grocery & Convenience Store
Austin’s features a variety of seafood including crab meat, shrimp, oysters, clams, fish, scallops, crabs, live lobsters, lobster tails and snow crab legs....read more
Outer Banks Grocery & Convenience Store
Whether you’re cooking in, looking for a seafood meal or want some seafood to take home, stop here for fresh, local seafood, including fish, crab and ...read more
Outer Banks Grocery & Convenience Store
Next door to the world-famous Awful Arthur’s Oyster Bar is this shop, where you can buy Awful Arthur’s t-shirts, sweatshirts and beachwear as well as great...read more
Outer Banks Grocery & Convenience Store
Bob's Frisco Tackle and Convenience offers everything you need for fishing – bait and tackle, gear, ice, beer and wine, drinks, convenience items, rod and...read more
Outer Banks Grocery & Convenience Store
The original drive-thru convenience store has been on the Outer Banks for more than 35 years and has become a tradition for visitors and locals alike. The...read more
Outer Banks Grocery & Convenience Store
Buxton Seafood specializes in selling local seafood. Fish, clams, shrimp, scallops, oysters, crabs and more are available from this shop, where you can...read more